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    La Cocina

    3.9 (44 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 am - 2:00 pm

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    Maria S.

    This is a great little spot right off of Route 23 in Fairfield close to the Target. They have a nice selection daily you can get regular sandwiches and hamburgers in addition to a fantastic little Latin menu. I have had their papa rellenas, empanadas and bistec en salsa. All of which were super delicious. Definitely make me want to come back even more. My only qualm with this restaurant is that they are only open during the week and only until 4 p.m.

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    Michele D.

    Small little deli that serves up breakfast, sandwiches and Latin cuisine. What a combo right? Been here a couple times for lunch and each time have gone with the hot spanish food. Not the best I've ever tasted but location wise, it does the job when I'm craving some rice and beans. They offer small and large plates depending on your appetite. I have also tried the empanadas which are pretty decent. They do accept cash and cards. Closed on weekends. Have a couple seats inside if you chose to dine in.

    Ordered the "special for the day". And the meat smells like it was left out for 3 days. Disgusting!

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    11 years ago

    Awesome place for lunch on the weekdays if you are craving home cooked Spanish. Everything is great.

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    13 years ago

    Was all good till I got an Italian Hot Dog with spoiled hotdogs. Never went back.

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    excellent latin food everything is homemade from empanadas,papa rellena ,plaintains, the cuban sandwiches are excellent.

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    The West Essex Diner

    The West Essex Diner

    3.6
    (253 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$

    Mannnnnnnn this place is the best. Insanely reasonable prices and always amazing food. Every time…read more Clean and comfortable interior, but nothing distracting or over the top. Top tier staff makes your experience enjoyable, and they have everything you want in a diner. We tried the rice pudding cheesecake recently and highly recommend it! My favorite entree so far has been the Memphis Burger - but I'll be back to try more!

    Love this diner! Everything has gotten even better since the renovation--bravo! The modern décor…read morelooks fantastic, and the music instantly took me back to my club days (in the best way!). They offer a large menu with breakfast, lunch, and dinner options, plus a full bar and gluten-free dishes, so there's truly something for everyone. We ordered burgers and all I can say is wow. * Heart Attack Burger: double patty with American cheese, bacon, grilled onions, and mushrooms * Fajita Burger: seasoned with their West Essex spices and topped with grilled onions, peppers, pepper jack cheese, and guacamole Both were delicious--fresh, hot, and perfectly made. And the French fries? Absolutely out of this world. Our server was excellent, constantly checking in, refilling drinks, and making sure we had everything we needed. If you're in the area and looking for a great diner, trust me--you will not be disappointed.

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    West Essex Diner, 516 US-46, FAIRFIELD, NJ 07004
    West Essex Diner, 516 US-46, FAIRFIELD, NJ 07004
    Greek Salad with Blackend Salmon
    Greek Salad with Blackend Salmon
    West Essex Diner, 516 US-46, FAIRFIELD, NJ 07004

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    The Fine Grind - A Coffee Bar

    The Fine Grind - A Coffee Bar

    4.1
    (436 reviews)
    1.6 mi
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    Had their bagel ham and cheese, tasted great! Coffee was decent. I do enjoy the rustic and homey…read morefeel. My sister's latte looked great too. The robot brings food/drinks to you! Forgot to take photos. We also tried the oatmeal which tasted amazing too! I'd pick small business prior to franchises. Will be back when in area.

    Came on a Sunday just before noon to get an oat latte and maybe a muffin or some kind of treat…read more There were people seated at various tables and a pretty long line waiting ready for their orders, and as this was my first time, I was waiting behind somebody who then told me that this wasn't the line for ordering and to walk up to the counter which I did. I ordered a large latte with cinnamon, a croissant for chocolate chip cookies and a heated cinnamon roll. All this took 20 minutes to get. The staff seemed to be overwhelmed by the amount of people and took very long time to fulfill the order. Which was unfortunate because the coffee is actually pretty good, and it looks like they have a lot of events at this space that would be fun to come back to. Like a poetry open Mike game nights art painting. But the care in service leaves a lot to be desired. The cinnamon roll was soft and tasty and not overly sweet, which I appreciated and the chocolate chip cookies were also very good. the croissant was smashed inside the take away container as an afterthought and not with any care. This is something that I believe warrants attention by Management to train the staff. And waited essentially 25 minutes after ordering for

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    Robot wait staff!
    Soups, pastries and cane sugar "sodas"
    Soups, pastries and cane sugar "sodas"
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    Original Pancake House

    Original Pancake House

    4.2
    (522 reviews)
    2.8 mi
    $$

    WONDERFUL PANCAKES! Good food here. Nice service staff…read more Diced ham and scrambled eggs is really really nice. Reasonable prices too. Definitely go here.

    Sometimes you just gotta have a big'ol stack of Pancakes people and there's no better place on the…read morefreakin planet to get your FILL than over at the OG Pancake House. All kinds of Retro Classic Diner vibes emanate all throughout this timeless restaurant from their unmistakable oldies tunes playing in the background to their classic style leather booths, this place is unquestionably a local landmark. Friends of mine have named this as one of the best breakfast spots around and I couldn't agree more with them, whole heartedly in fact. Currently I've become a huge fan of their Blueberry Pancakes which are outstanding and have kind of crepe-like texture to them. They're made with fresh picked berries from Hammonton NJ baked-in and topped with real Blueberry Syrup for the win. We're talking about some seriously epic YUMMMMMMERS !! As you would expect they serve an excellent eye opening Freshly Brewed Dark Roast Coffee here and also offer lighter blends for customers looking for a milder less intense brew. [ lightweights ] jk  Lol Even the complimentary water that they serve here is exceptional and unbelievably refreshing: eco-friendly Blue Drop Water- yes please and thank you. Service here is always friendly fast and efficient ask for Michelle L she is a Rockstar. You'll find plenty of parking available with easy access to Bloomfield Avenue. Come And Get Your Munch On!!

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    Original Pancake House
    Original Pancake House
    Blueberry Pancakes and, the New Jersey specialty, Taylor Pork Roll.
    Blueberry Pancakes and, the New Jersey specialty, Taylor Pork Roll.
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    Calandra's Mediterranean Grill

    Calandra's Mediterranean Grill

    4.0
    (254 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$

    It's a great spot if you're looking for a nice night out at an Italian restaurant for a good meal…read more Great food quality, presentation and execution. Prices are a bit premium so not an everyday place but nice for an occasional celebration. Zuppa di Pesce and Branzino Alla Griglia were delicious!

    We were there for Mother's Day dinner at 5:30 and were enjoying our meal until we were approached…read moreby a very unpleasant man who failed to introduce himself. He immediately started barking at us about how we had made a reservation for four adults and one child, and that we would have to pay full price for the fourth adult which was $80 who did not show up. When we were seated, I had already apologized to the server that the fourth person could not make it, and the server -- who had otherwise been wonderful -- politely told us it was fine. I really thought this won't be a big deal like other establishments that are even more high end. I later learned that the individual's name was Tom. Describing his behavior as merely rude would be an understatement; his conduct was obnoxious, unprofessional, and unnecessarily aggressive. First, being charged the full $80 price for a guest who did not attend was extremely shocking and disappointing. More concerning, however, was the manner in which Tom approached and addressed us. In all my years of dining out, I have never experienced such poor service or such an inappropriate attitude from restaurant staff. Although I was eventually provided with containers to pack some food to take home, the entire experience left me feeling deeply insulted and completely ruined what was meant to be a special Mother's Day dinner. This Tom, who I was told aa a manger lacks a professionalism to be a qualified one. He needs a major attitude change.

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    Adulting with the Grinch
    Zuppa di Pesce
    Zuppa di Pesce
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